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marschwartz's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
alreadyemily's review against another edition
3.0
Thoughts after reading this directly after Dragonflight and Dragon quest:
What I like: More female-centric. Good intro for younger readers. Cool that it dovetails with events of previous books.
What I don't like: Feels almost immature at times. Spends too much time with events of previous books, making this book feel like a fanservice at times, rather than a strong story in its own right.
What I like: More female-centric. Good intro for younger readers. Cool that it dovetails with events of previous books.
What I don't like: Feels almost immature at times. Spends too much time with events of previous books, making this book feel like a fanservice at times, rather than a strong story in its own right.
mokkekitty's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism, Misogyny, Sexism, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Emotional abuse
mshusky's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
1.25
This is clearly a YA novel, with basic language and stylistic choices. I've clearly come in part way through a series as the last chapters are very much tying in with other novels, which was somewhat irritating
The lead character, Menolly, struggles with her lack of confidence, often coming across as whiny. The story also tends to rely heavily on exposition, which slows the pacing.
I found it very useful as an audio to use to fall asleep.
The lead character, Menolly, struggles with her lack of confidence, often coming across as whiny. The story also tends to rely heavily on exposition, which slows the pacing.
I found it very useful as an audio to use to fall asleep.
reaghan527's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
queenkath32's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny and Sexism
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail
ergoignis's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
mrsfields's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I read this book in middle school and it has lived rent free in my head for decades. Finally got to re-read it and it absolutely holds up. McCaffrey’s world building is unmatched.